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James Allen

James Allen (c.1682-1746): Warden of Dulwich College, 1712; Master, 1721; founder of James Allen's Girls' School. The signature was revealed in cleaning, 1988, and is confirmed by a payment in the College accounts. An inscription is recorded on the verso: This for The Right Honourable my Lady Pitsligo.

Not currently on display

Artist
John Ellys
Date
1724
Dimensions
239.7 x 147.3 cm
Materials
Oil on canvas
Inscription
Signed lower right edge: J. Ellys p.; dated lower centre right: JALLEN [monogram]/ 42/1724; the scroll inscribed: Sussex &/Wigorn / Rotulus Jacobi Allen.
Acquisition
Commissioned by Alleyn's College, 1724
Accession number
DPG441